A
survey of the basic theories, concepts, principles,
and research findings in the field of Psychology.
Core Course.

PSY 121

Honors
General Psychology (H)

3 cr

This
course will provide a survey of the basic theories,
concepts, principles, and research findings in
the field of Psychology. Along with the broad
overview provided by the course, students will
participate in a more in-depth examination of
selected special topics (e.g. those topics generating
controversy in the research community and in our
society) as selected by the instructor. By contrast
with the PSY 120 General Psychology course already
being taught, the Honors General Psychology course
will provide a more thorough coverage of selected
copies. Prerequisite: Special permission.

PSY 220

Research
Design and Analysis I

3 cr

Research methods
in psychology with an emphasis on the experimental
method. Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 250

Life Span
Development

3 cr

An overview
of human development from conception to death.
Special emphasis will be placed on cognitive and
social development.
Core Course.

PSY 270

Psychology
of Black Experience

3 cr

Theories
and principles of psychology pertaining to the
experience of black Americans. Includes the development
of the black psychological perspective, African-American
historical developments and philosophy, identify
development and determinants of the black personality,
and contemporary issues in the black community.

PSY 290

Special
Topics

1-3 cr

Selected topics in psychology. May be repeated
for credit when course content varies. Prerequisite:
PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 310

Biological Psychology I

3 cr

An introductory survey of research and theory in neuroscience as it applies to the understanding of behavior. Focus will be on understanding basic mechanisms of neuron function and general coverage of topics such as sensory and motor systems, motivation and emotions, learning and memory, language and thinking, and mental disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 120
or PSY 121.

PSY
320

Research
Design and Analysis II (C) (W)

3 cr

Experience
in applying methodological and statistical concepts
introduced in PSY 220 and ST 210, as well as instruction
in additional topics such as research and analysis.
The course will emphasize the use of computers
in conducting behavioral research (e.g., literature
searches, collecting data, analyzing data, writing
research reports). Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121, and PSY 220 and ST 210, and EH 102. Fee.

PSY 340

Abnormal
Psychology

3 cr

Nature
and development of deviant behavior. Prerequisite:
PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 350

Child
and Adolescent Development

3 cr

The
developmental and psychosocial aspects of childhood
and adolescence. Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 356

Adult
Development and Aging

3 cr

The
developmental and psychosocial aspects of adulthood
and late life. Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 394

Directed
Study

1-3 cr

Specific
topics and research findings introduced through
the reading of appropriate professional and scientific
literature. Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 410

Biological Psychology II

3 cr

A follow-up course of PSY 310, this course will survey research and theory in selected topics of neuroscience as it applies to the understanding of behavior. Focus will be on in-depth coverage of neuron function, cortical function, and higher processes such as cognition, attention, and consciousness. Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121, and PSY 310 or permission of instructor.

PSY 412

History and Systems of Psychology (W)

3 cr

The historical foundations of modern psychology and the development of major theories in psychology. Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121, and EH 102.

PSY 416

Cognition

3 cr

An
overview of psychological research and theory
in cognitive psychology. The course will emphasize
how people gather, process, represent, and use
information to guide thought and action. Prerequisites:
PSY 120 or PSY 121 and PSY 220.

A
critical analysis of the main theories and research
trends in sensation and perception. This course
will include computer simulations and demonstrations,
and will also emphasize computer applications
for data collection, data analysis, and for reporting
results. Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121, PSY 220; PSY 310
or permission of instructor. Fee.

PSY 435

Social
Psychology

3 cr

A
survey and analysis of major theoretical and experimental
topics of interest in social psychology, such
as how we perceive others, attitude, interpersonal
attraction, aggression, prejudice and altruism.
Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 440

Psychology
of Personality

3 cr

A
survey and critical analysis of major historical
and current theories about personality. The course
will also examine research relevant to the different
approaches and consider various techniques of
personality assessment. Prerequisite: PSY 120
or PSY 121.

The study
of theories and research in mental retardation
and related areas. Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 475

Comparative
and Evolutionary Psychology

3 cr

A
critical analysis of the main theories and research
trends in comparative and evolutionary psychology.
Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121 and PSY 220.

PSY 480

Health
Psychology (W)

3 cr

Current
theories, research and applications in health
psychology. Prerequisites: PSY 120 or PSY 121 and
PSY 220, and EH 102.

PSY 485

Psychology of Gender

3 cr

The study of psychological research on gender differences and theories regarding the origins of these differences. Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 490

Special
Topics

1-3 cr

Selected
topics in psychology. May be repeated for credit
when course varies. Prerequisite: PSY 120 or PSY 121.

PSY 492

Seminar

1-3 cr

A
survey of basic theories, concepts, principles,
and research findings in a particular focal topic
in psychology. Students will study topics in depth
by reading and presenting research reports, review
papers and book chapters, and through active in-class
discussion of the reading materials. Prerequisites:
PSY 120 or PSY 121, PSY 220, and permission of department
chair.

NOTE:
Enrollment in psychology graduate courses is normally
limited to those students admitted to the Psychology
Graduate Program. Requests for permission to enroll
from other graduate students will be considered
on an individual basis if space is available.
Such requests should be directed to the department
chair. All practicum courses are limited to students
formally admitted to the applied psychology concentration.
Prerequisites and corequisites for specific courses
are listed by each course. A grade of "B"
is required in a prerequisite course before enrollment
in the subsequent course will be allowed.

PSY 500

Proseminar in Psychology

1 cr

Research
presentations will be given by faculty and advanced
graduate students. In addition, discussion of
project and thesis requirements and procedures
will take place. Required of all students registered
for PSY 501, PSY 502 and PSY 503.

PSY 501

Research Design & Stats I

3 cr

Theories and principles of research design and elements of modern statistics. Introduction to computer programs for statistical analysis will be included. Corequisite: PSY 500. Fee.

PSY 502

Research Design & Stats II

3 cr

Theories and principles of advanced research design and elements of modern statistics. The use of computer applications such as SPSS to analyze empirical data sets will be covered. Corequisite: PSY 500. Fee.

An
introduction to professional and ethical issues
as they pertain to psychology. Focus is on the
development of an ethical and professional awareness
in the practice of psychology, including teaching
and research.

PSY 510

Advanced Biological
Psychology

3 cr

A
survey of recent research and theory in neuroscience
as it applies to the understanding of both normal
and pathological behavior. (Dual listed.)

PSY 514

Learning

3 cr

A
survey of research and theory in learning. (Dual
listed.)

PSY 516

Cognition

3 cr

A
survey of research and theory in cognitive psychology.
(Dual listed.)

PSY 520

Personality
Research and Theory

3 cr

A
critical analysis and evaluation of major theories
and current research trends in personality. (Dual
listed.)

PSY 522

Social
Psychology

3 cr

An
analysis of the current major theories, research
topics, and methodology in social psychology.
(Dual listed.)

PSY 524

Developmental Psychology

3 cr

A
review of theory and research in life-span developmental
psychology. Special consideration will be given
to cognitive development and social-emotional
development.

PSY 528

Perception

3 cr

A critical analysis of the major theories and research
trends in sensation and perception. Dual listed:
graduate credit will require an additional project
specified by the instructor. Credit for both PSY
428 and PSY 528 will not be allowed. Fee.

PSY 530

Introduction
to Applied Psychology

3 cr

Theories,
principles and techniques of interviewing, behavioral
observation and classification of psychological
disorders.

PSY 532

Research
and Theory in Psychopathology

3 cr

Current
research and theoretical aspects of psychopathology
in children and adults.

PSY 540

Theories
of Psychological Assessment

3 cr

Theories
and method of test construction and principles
of measurement and evaluation in the behavioral
sciences.

PSY 542

Intelligence
Testing

3 cr

Principles
and methods of individual intelligence testing,
including the administration of the Wechsler and
the Stanford-Binet tests. Practical experience
in the administration, interpretation and report
writing of a psychological evaluation using intelligence
tests. Prerequisites: PSY 530 and PSY 540.

PSY 544

Personality
Assessment

3 cr

Theory, development and interpretation of selected
personality assessment instruments. Methods and
procedures in administering and interpreting personality,
aptitude and career interest tests. Prerequisites:
PSY 540 and PSY 542.

PSY 550

Theories
of Counseling and Psychotherapy

3 cr

Study
of the theoretical and empirical foundations of
the major system of psycho-therapeutic change.

PSY 552

Multicultural Issues in Psychology

3 cr

This course will focus on theoretical models, research, techniques, and interventions for working with culturally diverse populations in various settings. Specific issues to be addressed include world views, acculturation and acculturative stress, prejudice and prejudice-reduction techniques, racial/ethnic identity, culture and assessment, and the nature of multicultural competence in Psychology. Issues related to ethnic and racial identity will form the primary focus; however, other types of diversity (e.g., religion, gender, sexual orientation, physically challenged) will also be considered. Prerequisites: PSY 506, PSY 530, PSY 532, and PSY 550.

PSY 554

Cognitive Behavior Therapy

3 cr

A follow up course to PSY 550, this course will survey theory, research and application of cognitive behavior therapy. Focus will be on treatment strategies and application to a variety of psychological disorders of adults and children. Prerequisites: PSY 506, PSY 530, PSY 532 and PSY 550.

PSY 556

Practicum

3 cr

Supervised experience with adult and children clients. Includes case conference and seminars. May include supervised placement in an applied setting. Prerequisites: PSY 532 and PSY 550.

A
study of theories and research in mental retardation
and related areas. (Dual listed.)

PSY 572

Child
Psychopathology

3 cr

The
description and etiology of deviant behavior patterns
in children and adolescents. Prerequisite: PSY
532.

PSY 575

Comparative
and Evolutionary Psychology

3 cr

A
critical analysis of the main theories and research
trends in comparative and evolutionary psychology.
(Dual listed.)

PSY 590

Special
Topics in Psychology

3 cr

Selected
topics in psychology. May be repeated for credit
when course content varies.

PSY 594

Directed
Individual Study

1-3 cr

Individual
study under the direction of a member of the graduate
faculty. May be repeated for up to nine hours
credit.

PSY 598

Project
in Psychology

1-6 cr

Completion
of a research project, program proposal, program
evaluation, major literature review or other comparable
experience under the direction of a member of the
graduate faculty. IRB or Animal Use and Care Committee
approval may be required for some projects. May
be repeated for up to six hours credit. A minimum
of three hours credit is required to meet degree
requirements.

PSY 599

Thesis
Research

1-6 cr

Completion and oral defense of a master's
thesis based upon original research. May be
repeated for up to nine hours credit. A minimum
of six hours credit is required to meet degree
requirements. Prerequisite: Approval of research
prospectus including IRB or Animal Use and Care
Committee approval if applicable.